Mid-Level
FX Artist

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Mid-Level FX Artist to independently create realistic, production-ready simulations for films, OTT and commercials.

You will deliver high-quality procedural effects, collaborate with other departments, and solve day-to-day technical and creative challenges.

What You'll Do

• Create and deliver smoke, fire, explosions, dust, debris, water, cloth, destruction and particle simulations.
• Independently develop and refine Houdini procedural setups for assigned shots.
• Optimize simulation quality, cache sizes, memory usage and turnaround times.
• Cache, version, publish and validate simulation data for downstream teams.
• Assemble and validate FX caches in Solaris/USD, set up Karma renders, and collaborate with Lighting, Animation and Compositing.
• Troubleshoot simulation issues and resolve supervisor feedback within deadlines.
• Follow studio pipeline, naming conventions and quality standards.

Required Skills

• Strong working knowledge of Houdini and procedural workflows.
• Practical production experience with Pyro, FLIP, RBD, POPs, volumes and VDBs.
• Understanding of forces, velocity fields, collisions, constraints and simulation stability.
• Ability to debug, optimize and deliver shots with limited supervision.
• Production proficiency in Solaris/USD scene assembly, Karma rendering and FX look development.
• Working knowledge of VEX. Basic Python scripting is an advantage.

Software Requirements

Candidates should have practical experience with the following software and production workflows.

Nice to Have

• Advanced destruction, fluid meshing and custom Houdini Digital Assets (HDAs).

Education & Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant FX production experience.
• Degree or diploma in Animation, VFX or a related field preferred. Equivalent production experience is accepted.

What We're Looking For

• Strong problem-solving and shot ownership.
• Consistent quality, attention to detail and reliable delivery.
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach.

Portfolio Requirements

Applicants must share an FX demo reel that shows completed production-quality simulations and the work they personally delivered.

Your portfolio should include:

• FX demo reel featuring completed production-quality simulations.
• Shot breakdowns explaining the technical approach and your contribution.
• Procedural Houdini setups or personal projects, if available.